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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

loophole

/ˈluːphoʊl/ noun · British & US
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What does loophole mean?

noun

A loophole is a small opening or gap in a law, rule, or system that can be used to avoid its intended effect or to gain an unfair advantage. It can also refer to a clever or cunning way of avoiding a problem or difficulty.

Example

"The company exploited a loophole in the tax code to avoid paying millions of dollars in taxes."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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